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algebra

If 8x+6=4x+228x + 6 = 4x + 22, what is the value of xx?

A

7

B

16

C

4

D

2

Correct Answer: C

Choice Bhoice D is the correct answer.

  1. Subtract 4x: 4x+6=224x + 6 = 22
  2. Subtract 6: 4x=164x = 16
  3. Divide by 4: x=4x = 4
  4. Verify: 32+6=3832 + 6 = 38 and 16+22=3816 + 22 = 38

Choice Bhoice A is incorrect because calculation error.

Choice Bhoice C is incorrect because calculation error.

Choice Bhoice C is incorrect because calculation error.